A long time has passed since the Cinderella run in 2015/16 when Claudio Ranieri’s, Jamie Vardy’s, Riyad Mahrez’ and company’s Leicester became Premier League winners just 2 years after earning a promotion from the Championship.
Since then, Leicester has been on a steady decline and even fell back to the 2nd division last year, returning for 24/25. This year has been nothing short of underwhelming, with head coach Steve Cooper being relieved of his duties just before the start of December and legendary Dutch striker Ruud van Nistelrooy replacing him.
Can a new gaffer bring some stability to the squad and help ‘the Foxes’ avoid relegation with a mid-table finish? Only time can tell.
Overview of Leicester Betting Odds
Almost every neutral and even rival football fan in England has fond memories of the 2015/16 Leicester. However, only the local legend Jamie Vardy has stuck around from that roster, meaning it’s a whole new squad with a whole new vibe.
This year started relatively slow, and the club’s board ran out of patience before the middle of the year, axing the coach and hiring Ruud v. Nistelrooy, who showed some prowess as interim head coach for Man United after they fired Erik ten Haag and were waiting for Ruben Amorim.
It’s all up to the former goal-scoring machine to turn this ship around because, as it stands, Leicester is in limbo – not in the relegation zone yet, but it’s too close for comfort at the moment, and any major slip-ups could be very costly.
Leicester Premier League Odds for 2024-25
It was evident from the first rounds and even the preseason that ‘the Foxes’ will have to fight for every point.
Leicester faced a challenging start to their campaign in the Premier League, only achieving their first win with a narrow triumph over Bournemouth 1-0 in Round 7.
The odds for Leicester in the Premier League fluctuate, and they are among the squads with the most unpredictable odds. Experts claim that they can be among those likely to see relegation or be ranked with teams that could surprise you.
If Ruud van Nistelrooy can turn things around on the defensive end long-term, Leicester will have enough firepower in the middle and up front to challenge mid-table teams.
Facundo Buonanotte, Wilfred Ndidi and the legend Jamie Vardy all show signs of resilience, so it’s all a matter of consistency for the ‘Foxes’, which a new coach can probably bring in.
Leicester EFL Cup Odds for 2024-25
Back when Steve Cooper was at the helm, Leicester started off the Carabao or the EFL Cup with a positive result, demolishing Tranmere Rovers, an EFL League Two side, 4:0. In the 3rd round, things got much more difficult when they went to visit another EFL League Two side, Walsall.
That game couldn’t be decided through regulation and went to penalties. ‘Foxes’ managed a 3:0 win there and advanced to the 4th round where the struggling but nevertheless powerful Manchester United awaited.
In this round, the Leicester EFL Cup odds saw an obstacle they couldn’t overcome. Manchester United triumphed 5-2 over Leicester City, marking a successful debut for interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, who, funnily enough, would be hired by the same Leicester a few weeks later.
Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes each netted twice, with Alejandro Garnacho adding another. Despite goals from Bilal El Khannouss and Conor Coady for ‘the Foxes’, United’s dominant performance secured their spot in the quarterfinals. Let’s hope there’s optimism for Leicester fans when next year’s EFL Cup comes along!
Leicester FA Cup Odds for 2024-25
Leicester City is amongst the 20 Premier League teams. For them, the FA Cup starts in the 3rd round, which is scheduled for the 11th of January 2025. It’s worth waiting to see who they will be matched up against.
Before the draw, FA Cup odds for Leicester seem to be above average, but they are far from being on the favourite list. However, if any team is able to pull off an upset, Leicester can definitely be that team.
Leicester Manager Odds for 2024-25
When football experts were sharing their opinions on which head coaches would see the axe first, Enzo Maresca and Erik Ten Haag were called out the most. No one seemed to believe that the newest hire, Steve Cooper, would be among the first to go. However, it did happen, and the Welsh manager only collected 15 official games under his belt, winning and drawing 4 and losing 7.
In his place came one of the more intriguing picks of the last few years – Ruud van Nistelrooy. The former Man United and Real Madrid striker was known for having personal qualities that wouldn’t make you think of him as the first choice to manage a team. However, after he retired from playing, the Dutchman had some successes as interim coach and assistant. If he could steer the Leicester ship in the right direction, it would be one of the year’s feel-good stories.
Leicester Squad
In (Arrivals)
| Players | Club | Transfer sum | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Skipp | Tottenham | €23.50m | |
| Bilal El Khannouss | KRC Genk | €20.50m | |
| Issahaku Fatawu | Sporting CP | €16.25m | |
| Caleb Okoli | Atalanta BC | €14.00m | |
| Michael Golding | Chelsea U21 | €5.90m | |
| Jordan Ayew | Crystal Palace | €5.90m | |
| Bobby De Cordova-Reid | Fulham | free transfer | |
| Facundo Buonanotte | Brighton | loan transfer | |
| Harry Souttar | Sheff Utd | End of loan | |
| Tom Cannon | Stoke City | End of loan | |
| Ben Nelson | Oxford United | End of loan | |
| Odsonne Edouard | Crystal Palace | loan transfer | |
| TOTAL: €86.05m | |||
Leicester doesn‘t have the mighty millions of their top Premier League rivals, so they try to find undervalued, high-efficiency prospects with tremendous upside. Bilal El Khannouss and Oliver Skipp have become significant parts of the rotation, and Issahaku Fatawu has also been shining on numerous occasions.
Out (Departures)
| Players | Club | Transfer sum | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall | Chelsea | €35.40m | |
| Kelechi Iheanacho | Sevilla FC | free transfer | |
| Dennis Praet | Royal Antwerp | free transfer | |
| Harry Souttar | Sheff Utd | loan transfer | |
| Wanya Marçal | De Graafschap | loan transfer | |
| Tom Cannon | Stoke City | loan transfer | |
| Ben Nelson | Oxford United | loan transfer | |
| Marc Albrighton | Retired | – | |
| €35.40m | |||
The only transfer where Leicester City got any money was the sale of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall to Chelsea for a solid 35 million Euro sum. Despite being one of the highest-valued players at Leicester, the Englishman isn‘t getting a lot of playing time at Stamford Bridge.
Key Factors to Consider When Betting on Leicester
With the arrival of Ruud van Nistelrooy, Leicester definitely changes the battle dynamics for mid-table positions. The legendary striker carries an exciting perspective for the action on the pitch. Results will depend on the Dutchman’s capability to transform Leicester into a more dynamic and balanced team.
Experts predict that the team could greatly improve short-term and live up to their potential for the next few rounds. However, Premier League insights suggest that long-term miracles are not to be expected. The squad still lacks the depth which is needed to make a serious run for the European positions.
How to Find Useful 7bet Insights for Leicester Matches
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- Find the upcoming Leicester match where you wish to place the bet.
- Open the odds page.
- In the menu row, click on ‘Insights’.
- See the available bets and relevant statistics nearby.
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